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CVS Health

23d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Metairie

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ACPE accredited pharmacy program, obtaining intern licensure, and possess strong communication skills. Ability to lift 20 lbs. and complete required training is essential.
  • You will show empathy, collaborate for better outcomes, promote team culture, complete tasks from supervisors, and fulfill training and licensure requirements as needed.

Requirements

  • Accepted into or actively enrolled in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy
  • 0-3 years relevant work experience
  • Must possess or be in process of obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure as required
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Complete all required training within state guidelines and required timeframe
  • Ability to:
  • Have regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends
  • Be mobile and remain upright for extended periods of time
  • Lift, scan, and bag items
  • Finger Dexterity: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand or arm
  • Reach overhead; able to stretch or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs to grasp items
  • Extend hand(s) and arm(s) multiple directions to place, move, or lift items
  • Precision control: able to adjust machines to exact positions
  • Stoop to a considerable degree and requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles to move items between low and high positions, including bending spine at the waist
  • Visual Acuity: Close visual acuity to perform activities such as: transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, reading, visual inspection involving small parts
  • Able to orally communicate information and instructions to colleagues and customers
  • Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs; exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
  • Ability To:
  • Have regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends
  • Complete any additional tasks as directed by supervisor or manager
  • Complete all required training and obtain required licensure (if applicable) within state guidelines
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Immunization eligibility
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Once state regulations are met, pharmacy interns should be striving to provide patient immunizations as this is an essential pharmacist function

Responsibilities

  • Lead with Heart – display empathy and compassion for your patients, customers, caregivers, and colleagues on your team
  • Seek new ways to grow, collaborate with others, and deliver better outcomes
  • Align others around our purpose to bring your heart to every moment of your health and gain support and commitment
  • Facilitate a team culture that promotes caring, energy, enthusiasm, and pride
  • Complete any additional tasks as directed by supervisor or manager
  • Complete all required training and obtain required licensure (if applicable) within state guidelines

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health?

The primary responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, adhering to pharmacy professional practice and regulatory requirements, providing quality assurance, delivering excellent customer service, managing inventory, and overseeing workflow management (excluding final prescription verification).

What qualifications are required to apply for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Applicants must be accepted into or actively enrolled in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy, possess or be in the process of obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure, and have strong communication and presentation skills.

Is previous experience necessary for this internship?

No, previous experience is not strictly required; candidates can have 0-3 years of relevant work experience.

Are Pharmacy Interns required to work nights or weekends?

Yes, Pharmacy Interns are expected to have regular and predictable attendance, including the possibility of working nights and weekends.

Do you require interns to complete any specific training?

Yes, interns must complete all required training within state guidelines and within the required timeframe.

Is there a lifting requirement for this position?

Yes, there is a requirement for occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs and the ability to exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally.

What is the pay range for the Pharmacy Intern position?

The typical pay range for this role is $0.00 - $0.00.

Are there any preferred qualifications for applicants?

Preferred qualifications include immunization eligibility and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

What type of culture does CVS Health promote for its Pharmacy Interns?

CVS Health promotes a culture of continuous improvement, empathy, collaboration, energy, enthusiasm, and pride in delivering exceptional patient care.

Until when can candidates apply for the Pharmacy Intern position?

The anticipated application window for this opening will close on June 25, 2025.

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CVS Health

Bringing our heart to every moment of your health.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1963
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

CVS Health is a healthcare innovation company that operates retail pharmacies, manages pharmacy benefits, and provides health services through its MinuteClinic and HealthHUB locations. Their ultimate aim is to improve the quality of life for communities by making healthcare more accessible and affordable. CVS Health focuses on driving healthier outcomes and reducing healthcare costs, using its comprehensive range of services and products to support individuals on their health journey.